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GN09 UPR

2008 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

126,677 mi
Last recorded126,677 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer63,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN09 UPR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 126,677 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

surface corrosion detected undercarriage

Pass 13 Aug 2024 115,339 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 115,060 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 114,089 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 114,089 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 106,369 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 99,296 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 89,530 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 85,381 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 81,436 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2017 76,543 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted.

items removed from drivers view prior to test.

Pass 3 Aug 2016 66,228 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 45,529 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 41,716 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 41,716 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 33,902 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 33,902 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 May 2013 29,853 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 29,850 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

deterioration of both rear Tyres

Pass 11 May 2012 24,350 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

deteriation of both rear Tyres

Pass 24 May 2011 20,110 miles

rear tyres slightly stepped

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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GN09 UPR is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 63,219 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN09 UPR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN09 UPR registered?

GN09 UPR is a 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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